GRE Word List
VISCID
having an adhesive quality : sticky
The meaning of the word viscid is having an adhesive quality : sticky.
Random words
| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| tantalize | to tease or torment by or as if by presenting something desirable to the view but continually keeping it out of reach |
| abrasive | causing damage, wear, or removal of surface material by grinding or rubbing : tending to abrade |
| squeamish | easily nauseated : queasy |
| dishearten | to cause to lose hope, enthusiasm, or courage : to cause to lose spirit or morale |
| impersonal | having no personal reference or connection |
| homily | a usually short sermon |
| preamble | an introductory statement |
| capricious | governed or characterized by caprice : impulsive |
| vivisection | the cutting of or operation on a living animal usually for physiological or pathological investigation |
| dissident | disagreeing especially with an established religious or political system, organization, or belief |